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Rachel Smart


Business reporter

I studied my undergraduate degree in politics and international relations at the University of Aberdeen and I completed my Masters in Journalism at RGU this year. I have always been interested in people and how society works. It's great when your passions align with your job.

Rachel Smart

A9 at Golspie closed in both directions due to road traffic incident

07 July 2025
A9 at Golspie closed in both directions due to road traffic incident

A9 at Golspie closed in both directions due to road traffic incident

07 July 2025

Traffic Scotland has advised motorists to use an alternative route and allow extra time for journeys.


NC500: 3000 visitors sign pledge to responsible tourism on the Highland coastal route

26 June 2025
NC500: 3000 visitors sign pledge to responsible tourism on the Highland coastal route

NC500: 3000 visitors sign pledge to responsible tourism on the Highland coastal route

26 June 2025

Visitors to the North Coast 500 are being encouraged to sign a pledge to responsible tourism.


Summer programme launched for young people in the north of Scotland to inspire and support the next generation

26 June 2025
Summer programme launched for young people in the north of Scotland to inspire and support the next generation

Summer programme launched for young people in the north of Scotland to inspire and support the next generation

26 June 2025

The events – named Live Highland, Live Happy – have been created in direct response to feedback provided by local secondary school pupils.


Last call for applications and nominations for Highland Business Women Awards

25 June 2025
Last call for applications and nominations for Highland Business Women Awards

Last call for applications and nominations for Highland Business Women Awards

25 June 2025

The deadline is fast approaching for applications for the Highland Business Women (HBW) Awards.


Business women will be ready to party!

18 June 2025
Business women will be ready to party!

Business women will be ready to party!

18 June 2025

Support from local firms helps make Highland Business Women Awards so special.


Co-op shoppers get chance to win Belladrum weekend tickets

11 June 2025
Co-op shoppers get chance to win Belladrum weekend tickets

Co-op shoppers get chance to win Belladrum weekend tickets

11 June 2025

Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival turns 21 this year, and to celebrate it has teamed-up with Co-Op superstores.


Young people to share their voices on Highland during conference in Inverness

10 June 2025
Young people to share their voices on Highland during conference in Inverness

Young people to share their voices on Highland during conference in Inverness

10 June 2025

The annual Highland Youth Parliament (HYP) conference will take place at Inverness Leisure Centre on Friday, June 13.


Charitable organisations to be recognised at Highland Business Women awards

04 June 2025
Charitable organisations to be recognised at Highland Business Women awards

Charitable organisations to be recognised at Highland Business Women awards

04 June 2025

The Highland Business Women Awards 2025 are taking place on August 21 at the Kingsmills Hotel.


Highland woman shares her experience of alcoholism and addiction in book soon to be on sale in Waterstones

03 June 2025
Highland woman shares her experience of alcoholism and addiction in book soon to be on sale in Waterstones

Highland woman shares her experience of alcoholism and addiction in book soon to be on sale in Waterstones

03 June 2025

Lorna Munro (62) has published a memoir titled Living in 3D: Drink, Drugs and Denial.


Highland Council backs government proposal to have option to create a cruise ship levy

29 May 2025
Highland Council backs government proposal to have option to create a cruise ship levy

Highland Council backs government proposal to have option to create a cruise ship levy

29 May 2025

The Highland Council has issued its support for a Scottish Government proposal to give local authorities the power to create a cruise ship levy.


New businesses to be recognised at annual Highland award ceremony

28 May 2025
New businesses to be recognised at annual Highland award ceremony

New businesses to be recognised at annual Highland award ceremony

28 May 2025

The Highland Business Women Awards are returning for 2025.


Highland firm celebrates 25 years in bespoke premises that has customers at the forefront

24 May 2025
Highland firm celebrates 25 years in bespoke premises that has customers at the forefront

Highland firm celebrates 25 years in bespoke premises that has customers at the forefront

24 May 2025

A Highland family-run business is celebrating 25 years in its bespoke premises.


Nominate an inspirational entrepreneur for this year’s Highland Business Women Awards

21 May 2025
Nominate an inspirational entrepreneur for this year’s Highland Business Women Awards

Nominate an inspirational entrepreneur for this year’s Highland Business Women Awards

21 May 2025

The Highland Business Women Awards are back for 2025.


Young businesswomen and resilience to be recognised at Highland award ceremony

14 May 2025
Young businesswomen and resilience to be recognised at Highland award ceremony

Young businesswomen and resilience to be recognised at Highland award ceremony

14 May 2025

The Highland Business Women Awards are set to return in 2025.


PICTURES: Inver90s hits the high note and organisers promise it will return ‘bigger and better’

07 May 2025
PICTURES: Inver90s hits the high note and organisers promise it will return ‘bigger and better’

PICTURES: Inver90s hits the high note and organisers promise it will return ‘bigger and better’

07 May 2025

A 90s-themed music event had its debut in Inverness on Saturday, May 3, and it was a night of nostalgia, energy, and top-tier entertainment.


Organisations back pilot plan to reduce deer densities

07 May 2025
Organisations back pilot plan to reduce deer densities

Organisations back pilot plan to reduce deer densities

07 May 2025

A coalition of landowning organisations and rural workers have backed a new Deer Management Plan.


Very high to extreme risk of wildfire in place across the north of Scotland

06 May 2025
Very high to extreme risk of wildfire in place across the north of Scotland

Very high to extreme risk of wildfire in place across the north of Scotland

06 May 2025

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) has urged people who live within or who may enter rural environments to exercise caution.


Entries open for Highland Business Women Awards 2025

06 May 2025
Entries open for Highland Business Women Awards 2025

Entries open for Highland Business Women Awards 2025

06 May 2025

The Highland Business Women Awards are set to return for 2025.


Ross-shire distillery champions the Highlands in New York alongside Alan Cumming

06 May 2025
Ross-shire distillery champions the Highlands in New York alongside Alan Cumming

Ross-shire distillery champions the Highlands in New York alongside Alan Cumming

06 May 2025

A Ross-shire based distillery has been championing Scotland in New York.


Highland charities and individuals shortlisted for annual Scottish awards

06 May 2025
Highland charities and individuals shortlisted for annual Scottish awards

Highland charities and individuals shortlisted for annual Scottish awards

06 May 2025

Run annually by the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations, the Scottish Charity Awards celebrate the best of Scotland’s voluntary sector.


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